US Bridges

Al - 25 over Branch

Good

Jefferson County, Alabama · Al 25 * US 78 · Structure no. 005383

Built
1924
101 years old, rebuilt 1956
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,580
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al - 25 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Al - 25 over Branch in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 101 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,580 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,746 by 2042. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesAl - 25
CrossesBranch
LocationAl 25 * US 78
RouteU.S. Route 411
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.54048, -86.53435
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.4 US tons
Inventory rating27.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,580 (2022)
Projected traffic4,746 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$326,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al - 25 over Branch built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.

What condition is Al - 25 over Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does Al - 25 over Branch carry?

About 3,580 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Al - 25 over Branch?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Al - 25 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.